The visit of toddlers and pre-schoolers to a Dorset care home has been described as an "occasion that entertained everyone".

Members of the Jiggy Wrigglers early years group visited Colten Care's Brook View, in West Moors, to bring a lively afternoon of music, movement, and games.

One of the south's oldest residents, 104-year-old Dorothy Parker, joined in to host the fun, alongside fellow residents Joan Campbell, Janet Silcocks, Cybil Conner, Barbara Phillips, and Diana Pearce.

After the event, Dorothy said: "I was thrilled to watch the little ones delight in the bubbles, puppets, colourful lights, and music and dance."

Diana commented on the energy of the young visitors, she added: "It was a joy to watch and be with them on such a lovely afternoon."

The youngest visitor was just eight weeks old.

The Jiggy Wrigglers group is an award-winning, nationwide children's company, and their visit was part of the "Jiggy Vintage" programme.

This initiative focuses on bringing children together with the over 60s and promoting physical and mental wellbeing through fun activities.

Research has shown that positive interaction with younger generations stimulates happy memories in elderly people.

The visit was organised by Jeni Lyons, who runs Jiggy Wrigglers in Ringwood and Salisbury.

She said: "Our activities promote physical movement and general mobility along with the release of endorphins, leading to laughter, happiness, and a feeling of positivity."

Lauren Parrett, Brook View's companionship team leader, summed up the event, she said: "It was an occasion that entertained everyone."